Official Black Horse Pilatus PC-9 1840mm ARF Discussion Thread

[Terminater007]

Ps please remember the Kangaroo on the decals always faces forwards :)

[Alpha]

We'll post better photos of the ins and outs of these models over time, but in the meantime here are some of my photos of the PC-9. This bird is a sporty flier, honest, rather precise, and it looks great in the air. Given the large canopy, Black Horse's dual layer instrument panel technique really stands out visually and is an ideal base for additional customization and detailing.

[Spitfire4life]

Hello, the PC-9 does not come with air retracts included, only the landing gear struts (so no retracting U/C out of the box). The Xwave RM400-90 units are the optional electronic retracts we suggest and they will be arriving in the not so distant future, though I cant unfortunately give an ETA on that yet, not long though,

S.

[Aros]

Yes we have been carrying Hi-Tec for awhile now. Great servos for sure. I've had them in many a model of mine from mid-range to giant scale composite. Never let me down once. :Cool:

[benjack71]

Hi-Tec servos is a new product line as well? I always liked and have used hi-tec quite a bit. Hi-Tec seems to be almost the standard in quality performance servos. ( Unless your building one of those 3D 100cc monsters, then them guys have more money in servos than I do in a plane lol)

[Aros]

we recommend TWO Xwave RM400-90 Electronic Retracts

Uhhh. Do you mean three? Or is the nose gear using a pushrod standard servo config?

Whoops! Good catch! Fixed! :Cool:

[benjack71]

we recommend TWO Xwave RM400-90 Electronic Retracts

Uhhh. Do you mean three? Or is the nose gear using a pushrod standard servo config? Another question. Does this model come with an air retract setup already and the electronic is an optional?

[Aros]

Product page: https://www.motionrc.com/products/bl...c-9-1840mm-arf

The Pilatus PC-9 is a single-engine, low-wing tandem-seat turboprop training aircraft manufactured by Pilatus Aircraft of Switzerland. Designed as a more powerful evolution of the Pilatus PC-7, the PC-9's first flight was made in May 1984 after which certification was achieved in September 1985. After this, the first production orders for the type were received from the Royal Saudi Air Force, with deliveries commencing in 1985. Since then, more than 250 airframes have been produced across five different variants and the type is employed by a number of military and civilian operators around the world, including the Swiss Air Force, the Royal Australian Air Force, and the Royal Thai Air Force.

The model is scaled to approximately 1:5.5 and attention was paid to a true to original appearance and best flight characteristics. The model was designed for electric drives but can also be operated with an internal combustion engine about 15cc displacement.

Features:

• High level of prefabrication right out of the box
• Lightweight, strong, and fully sheeted laser cut balsa and plywood construction
• Covered in high quality Oracover
• Heavy-duty hinges on all control surfaces
• Large easy access fuel tank/battery/servo access hatches with sprung loaded latches
• Painted and detailed dummy radial engine, cockpit and interior included
• Fiberglass control horns with ball link connector
• comprehensive control and fitting accessories included
• Two-piece, plug-in wings simplify transportation and assembly.
• Fiberglass cowl
• Mounts for both electric and gas power options included
• Fully illustrated instruction manual included and also available for download (see tab above)

Includes:

• Black Horse Pilatus PC-9 1840mm (72.44") Wingspan - ARF

Requires (Electric):

• 6 Channel radio - select a minimum 6 channel radio from our Radio Collection
• 6 Channel receiver - select a minimum 6 channel receiver from our Receiver Collection
• 1200-1500 Watt Brushless Outrunner Motor - we recommend the Admiral GP20 6320-295kV Brushless Motor
• 60-100 Amp Brushless ESC - we recommend ZTW Gecko 120A ESC OPTO High Voltage Brushless ESC
• 8-18 Amp UBEC - we recommend ZTW 18A BEC / UBEC
• 8x 45g standard servos - we recommend HS-425BB
• Electronic 90 degree retracts (81 x 44 x 29mm) - we recommend TWO Xwave RM400-90 Electronic Retracts
• For 8S setup TWO 4 Cell 14.8V 5000 mAh LiPo Batteries with EC5 connector - we recommend TWO Admiral Pro 5000mAh 4S 14.8V 60C LiPo Batteries with EC5 Connector
• 2 to 1 EC5 series adapter - we recommend Admiral EC5 2 to 1 Series Adapter
• Electric propeller - we recommend APC 16x10 Electric Propeller
• 6 Cell compatible battery charger - select a minimum 6 cell (6S) charger from our Charger Collection

Requires (Gas):

• Engine: 20 - 30cc 2-stroke, NGH GT25 recommended or 30-35cc 4-stroke, NGH GF30 recommended
• Gas Propeller: 15x8-16x10 2 Stroke, 15x10-17x10 4 Stroke
• 9x 45g standard class servos - we recommend HS-625MG